Dyson School
Explore our updates on ground-breaking research, student experiences, alumni accomplishments, and other stories from around the AgQuad and beyond.
The real NY-factor: Collaboration reigns
My 33 classmates have become close friends — the NY-factor turned out to be a program full of excited, intellectually curious, future economists.
Noteworthy: The New Food Economy features Harry Kaiser’s co-authored research on food labeling
Food labeling affects what products consumers buy, for better or worse, according to research co-authored by Dyson School’s Harry Kaiser.
What is the Dyson School like for transfers?
In hindsight, there was not merely one instance, but numerous, seemingly trivial moments that collectively shaped my opinion of and love for the school.
Margin and mission: The economic impacts of farm to school
Is the farm to school movement economically feasible? Professor Todd Schmit previews an upcoming webinar that gives practitioners the resources to find out.
Research Recap: Mental health and retirement savings
Research co-authored by the Dyson School’s Vicki Bogan shows that suffering from anxiety and depression can diminish retirement savings.
Noteworthy: Steven Kyle in The Atlantic on Puerto Rico’s recovery after Hurricane Maria
Island’s distance from mainland United States complicates recovery efforts, says Kyle, associate professor at the Dyson School
Finding and fueling your purpose at Dyson
Cornell is a place where anything is possible and nothing is off limits. I know this to be true. Our motto says it all: Our business is a better world.
Research Recap: Can shade-grown coffee prevent pest infestations and still be profitable?
Research co-authored by Dyson’s Miguel Gómez determines the “shade-level” sweet spot Colombian farmers should use to maximize profits and ward off pests.
Cornell Chronicle: Digital ag program integrates with John Deere Operations Center
Joshua Woodard’s Ag-Analytics is a Cornell first and allows farmers to easily leverage university research in new and helpful ways